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Nord Ostseekanal (Kiel Canal), Brunsbuettel

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  • if you look at the north-east sea channel near Brunsbüttel, you automatically land at the ferry into the village. It is also impressive to see the huge ships passing the ferry. But before that you... 
    if you look at the north-east sea channel near Brunsbüttel, you automatically land at the ferry into the village. It is also impressive to see the huge ships passing the ferry. But before that you...  more »
  • We came to Brunsbüttel for an annual fun fair and took in the sights on the Canal too. It was great to watch ships of all types, sizes and cargoes entering and leaving .. from yachts, to cruise ships....  more
    We came to Brunsbüttel for an annual fun fair and took in the sights on the Canal too. It was great to watch ships of all types, sizes and cargoes entering and leaving .. from yachts, to cruise ships....  more »
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  • The canal was finished in 1895, but later widened, and links the North Sea at Brunsbüttel to the Baltic Sea at Kiel-Holtenau. An average of 250 nautical miles (460 km) is saved by using the Kiel Canal instead of going around the Jutland Peninsula. Start point: Brunsbüttel (North Sea) End point: Kiel (Baltic Sea) Length: 98.26 km (61.06 miles) The Kiel Canal freshwater canal in the Furthermore, there are regulations regarding the passing of oncoming ships . Larger ships ... Maximum boat draft: 9.5 metres (31 ft) Maximum boat length: 235 metres (771 ft) Maximum boat beam: 32.5 metres (107 ft) Construction began: 1887 Pretty canal with great green corners and edges. Wonderful for walks and family outings. Pass by lot of time during my sea 🌊 time really nice and silence place both sides of canal. Just enjoy the green and the windy nature.
  • Maaan, not bad, not bad, but maneuvering from morning till the night. But there was also bunkering stations, beautiful views and at least I have learned a lot about the maneuvering. And its good for the ship, because it saves a lot of time to go through this Kiel Canal, instead go over to the Denmark again.

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